Full Time Farm Apprentices Wanted in VA

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Full Time Farm Apprentices Wanted at Gathered Threads – Herb & Vegetable Farm in Central Virginia – 2021

We are looking to hire 2 full time farm apprentices (1 from March thru Dec and 1 from April thru end of Oct)  for 2021! There is year-round work potential.

Gathered Threads is a family herb & vegetable farm that grows and hand-crafts herbs & herbal products, vegetables, and fermented products on 1.5-2 acres in Nelson County, Va.  We are cultivating over 150 varieties of herbs without the use of pesticides and chemical fertilizers throughout the summer season, and focus on vegetable production in the winter months. We believe and practice sustainable practices for our own health, the health of the plants and animals, and the harmony of the environment. 

Our outlets for our herbs & vegetables:

  • We have an active Herb CSA and Culture CSA 7 months out of the year.
  • We also attend Farmers Markets in Nelson County & Charlottesville year round
  • We attend other shows, events, plant sales, and herb conferences in Virginia and surrounding states throughout the year.

Depending on the season and need, the work areas may include:

  • field work (planting, weeding, harvesting herbs & vegetables)
  • greenhouse propagation (sowing seeds, taking cuttings, etc)
  • post-harvest handling of herbs (drying, processing, and packaging)
  • making herbal products
  • making and packaging vegetable cultures/ferments
  • deliveries or farmers market

This is a job for someone who is dependable, self-motivated, has a positive attitude, and is comfortable with hard work in hot or cold weather. Should be in decent physical shape as this job requires kneeling, squatting, and/or standing for long periods of time.  Need to be able to lift 35-50 pounds comfortably.

Full Time Farm Apprentices Compensation

$800/month compensation for 40-45 hours of work per week (Tues thru Sat), as well as access to farm produce, herbs, and ferments.

On-farm housing provided, with full amenities.

2 days off a week either sat & sun or Sun & Mon.  1 additional day off a month to be scheduled or build up a longer vacation

Length of Stay

  • 1 apprentice length of stay from March thru Dec
  • 1 apprentice length of stay April thru end of Oct
  • Minimum stay 6 months.

To Apply

Please send us an email at gatheredthreadsllc@gmail.com with your resume and a short paragraph of why you are interested.

 

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